Estimate
...gorgeously pure-fruited expression of cassis and black cherries edged by perfumed notes of lilac, dried thyme and anise. Intensely concentrated and silken on the finish...
...medium-bodied, emphasizing the elegance and delicacy of the southern end of the appellation...liniment-like minty, herbal note marks the nose, joined by red raspberries...ripe, marked by supple tannins and a creamy texture, without going overboard, with a juicy, silky finish.
Bright and savory in style, with racy bay leaf, white pepper and violet notes leading the way for brisk-edged cherry and damson plum flavors. Reveals a mouthwatering minerally edge on the finish.
Assertive, mineral- and spice-tinged black raspberry, blueberry, incense and peony aromas carry a spicy topnote. Ripe red and blue liqueur flavors are braced by a spine of smoky minerality and show building spiciness and a hint of vanilla. Finishes with persistent floral and spice qualities, discreet tannins and sharp delineation.
...lots of meaty red and black fruits, spice box, and dried herb notes to go with a medium-bodied, balanced, elegant style on the palate...nicely textured, has ripe tannins...
This has a rich and ripe nose with attractively spicy dark plums and espresso. Toasty oak as well. The palate has a very ripe feel with baked plums and blackberries in abundance.
Restrained smoky aromas and generic black fruit... Soft structure, short finish.